Nome's Non-Smoking Law Now in Effect
NOME, ALASKA-Nome's smoking ban took effect yesterday, making the city another of the approximately 10 smoke-free communities around the state of Alaska.
2011 Permanent Fund Dividend is $1,174
Anchorage, Alaska – Governor Sean Parnell on Tuesday announced that 647,549 eligible Alaskans will receive a 2011 Permanent Fund Dividend in the amount of $1,174. According to the Department of Revenue, 676,000 Alaskans applied for the 2011 Dividend. This represents a one percent increase over 2010 applications.
Coast Guard Recognizes Alaskan Heroes
JUNEAU, Alaska — Members of Coast Guard Air Station Sitka, Sector Juneau and the Alaska Department of Public Safety recognized three Alaska residents for their role in the 1950 rescue of a fisherman stranded off Chichagof Island during an awards ceremony, Sept. 13, 2011.
Key Context on Obama’s Vague Proposed Millionaires’ Tax
Monday morning, as part of his broader deficit reduction plan, President Obama called for a new rule that would raise taxes on the the wealthiest Americans. The proposal was quick to spark reaction from Republicans, who labeled it “class warfare.â€